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Aug 4, 2016 | 04:21 PM

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Jalopnik article and specs

Toward the ends is a list of the specs (more than I have seen anywhere else beside the Fleet Guide) Payloads, axle ratings, dimensions, etc.The 2017 Ford Super Duty's Tech Is Way Cooler Than Its 925 LB-FT Of Torque

Aug 4, 2016 | 04:25 PM

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I was able to download all 17 pages of specs by going to the Scrib site and logging in with my Facebook acct

Aug 4, 2016 | 06:20 PM

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That's a good read... The one thing that makes me scratch my head and wonder a little is the authors description of the Adaptive Steering. I have seen the video and it looks pretty cool,... but the "nebulous" comment makes me wonder how much I would like it in everyday driving, and not the backing up in a tight spot.
Thoughts?

Aug 4, 2016 | 06:37 PM

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I haven't driven any of the new trucks yet, so I'm hoping I don't regret this, but I personally passed on it. Ordered an XLT and skipped the driver assistance package. I can turn my own high beams and wipers on, not a fan of the adaptive cruise control especially when towing, and I figure I've been able to park just fine without it.

Probably nice, but not necessary for me.

Aug 4, 2016 | 06:38 PM

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According to Ford it's supposed to be easy to back at low speeds and "fun to drive" so more responsive at highway speeds. I am looking forward to trying it. Since my new truck has it as part of the technology package I had better like it. I think I read that if it failed you would still have steering so I would assume I could pull a fuse or wire and disable it.

Aug 4, 2016 | 11:42 PM

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Keep in mind this was published back in April and the pages are all marked "preliminary." The figures probably won't change by much if at all, but it is still a possibility.

Aug 5, 2016 | 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by johndeerefarmer

I didn't order it either. It may work great, but I'm fine with the current feel and operation of the steering system. Very predictable, reasonable level of assist. My arms don't get "tired" from doing a lot of low-speed backing up maneuvers. This steering system sounds an awful lot like Audi "ServoTronic" back on the early A8 cars. Most owners disabled it because they preferred the natural steering feel.

Hopefully, those that ordered will enjoy it.